Head of IT - Noordwes - Ascent People Ltd

Head of IT - Noordwes - Ascent People Ltd

Ascent People Ltd Noordwes

2 days ago

Job Title:

Head of IT

About the Job:

We are seeking a seasoned Infrastructure Manager, IT Manager, or Head of IT to lead our technology solutions forward. The ideal candidate thrives in dynamic environments and has experience leading small teams to success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of technical experts and 3rd parties to deliver high-quality work.
• Configure and manage hybrid Azure estate including IaaS and PaaS solutions.
• Proficient in VMware vSphere and experienced with Hyper-V solutions (Dell Hardware).
• Extensive hands-on experience in Microsoft Windows network skills including Microsoft AD, Group Policy management, security, DNS, DHCP, DFS, RDP, and other Windows services.
• Understanding of complex WAN and LAN topologies, Cisco/Meraki Switch configurations.
• Experience managing Firewall configuration & network security solutions (FortiGate/FortiAnalyzer/FortiClientEMS/FortiToken).
• Backup & disaster recovery skills with experience in writing Business Continuity plans (Veeam & Zerto replication/365 Backup).
• Thorough understanding of data security principles and best practices, ideally in a regulated environment.
• Experience managing cyber security estates, overseeing external penetration assessments and vulnerability assessments.

Requirements:

• Experience in private and public cloud data centre management.
• Level 3 Service Management Framework qualification and knowledge of ITIL.
• Relevant technical certifications.

What We Offer:

Innovative, excellent, and collaborative work environment. Enjoy substantial autonomy and competitive rewards.